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How to Install Python and Pip on Ubuntu 24.04?

Python is a versatile, high-level programming language that is prominently used for web development, data science, artificial intelligence, automation, because of its simple syntax and readability. Python is the default package manager for Python, used to install and manage libraries and dependencies not included in the Python standard library.

In this blog, we will go through the process of installing Python and Pip on Ubuntu 24.04 server and manage application processes on your server.

Prerequisites

  • Ensure your system’s package list is up-to-date to avoid potential conflicts.
  • Verify that your user account has administrative privileges to install software packages.
  • Check if Ubuntu 24.04 is installed since it comes with Python 3 pre-installed.

Install Python on Ubuntu

Python exists within Ubuntu 24’s standard APT repositories, but may not be the latest version. Servers can host tailored application packages through Personal Package Archives (PPAs), which allows administrators to use the ppa:repository_name for installing both the latest and specific Python versions on their systems. Follow the subsequent steps to install the most recent Python version through PPA.

Step 1: Add the PPA to Server Sources

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:repository_name

Step 2: Update Package of Server Index

sudo apt update

Step 3: Install the Updated Python Version on the Server

sudo apt install python3

Step 4: Run the Below Command to Install a Particular Version Like 3.10.

sudo apt install python3.10

Step 5: Check the Installed Python Version on the Server

python3 --version

Example Output:

Python 3.12.3

Install Pip on Ubuntu

Step 1: Run the Below Command to Install Pip

sudo apt install -y python3-pip

Step 2: Check the Installed Pip Version on the Server

pip3 --version

Example Output

pip 24.0 from /usr/lib/python3/dist-packages/pip (python 3.12)

Test Python

Step 1: Access Python Using Below Command

python3

Step 2: Add the Below Code to Test Python Installation.

>>> print("Hello, Python!")

Output:

>>> exit()

Please refer to the Python documentation. for more information and usage options.

Conclusion

Installing Python and Pip on Ubuntu 24.04 is simple and quick. You can develop, manage packages and handle projects effectively with both tools. Managing dependencies in a virtual environment helps prevent some common issues during development.

Now that your setup is complete, you can start building projects and improving your programming skills with Python.

November 4, 2025